1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 151 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Piazza | B |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
